Interface Biologics (IBI) is an early commercial stage, privately held company that develops innovative materials for Medtech and Pharmaceutical applications based within the MaRs Discovery District in downtown Toronto. IBI surface modification additives are used in FDA-approved medical devices and are clinically proven to reduce infection and thrombus-related complications. IBI’s sustained local drug delivery technology is applicable across a range of drug classes and medical specialties with an initial focus on ophthalmology.

Position Summary:

The Research Scientist (Analytical) supports the Product Development team’s efforts to identify surface modification applications and local drug delivery technologies by utilizing analytical methodologies. The position will have a key role in the development of suitable analytical test methods and other processes in support of both the medical device and drug delivery platforms. The position will also have a key CMC role for the local drug delivery platform in support of manufacturing, quality control, and stability studies in collaboration with CMC-contract companies. Ability to collaborate internally and with CMOs will be critical to success along with attention to detail.

Essential Functions:

Develop and optimize analytical methods to support the functions of the Product Development team

Provide analytical data review, interpretation and assessment based on scientifically sound considerations and help define specifications and testing requirements

Develop test methods and standard operating procedures for new analytical techniques and equipment

Perform routine analytical testing and instrument maintenance to support the Product Development Team utilizing internal and external capabilities

Work with contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs) as needed to support project development